The First Ever International Conference on AYUSH and Wellness ‘Arogya 2017’ was inaugurated in New Delhi.
‘Arogya 2017’ has been jointly organized by Ministry of AYUSH and Ministry of Commerce and Industry of Government of India including Pharmexcil in partnership with FICCI to showcase the strength and scientific valuation of traditional system of medicine.
Nearly 1500 delegates from India and 60 countries are participated in ‘Arogya 2017’.
‘Aroyga 2017’ was a comprehensive exhibition cum conference on Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddhha, Sowa Rigpa, Homoeopathy and wellness.
A White Paper “AYUSH for the World” by Frost & Sullivan was launched at the event to offer a roadmap for AYUSH regulations and registration in ASEAN and BIMSTEC countries.
It notes that India is the second largest exporter of Ayurvedic and alternate medicine to the world and has a potential to generate 3 million job opportunities.
The Indian herbal market is valued at around Rs 5,000 crore currently, with an annual growth rate of 14%.